ENGG 4040

The course will cover the basic knowledge of medical imaging systems, how they operate and to what uses they can be applied. Systems covered will include x-ray radiography, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, positron emission tomography, gama cameras, and ultrasound imaging. Emphasis will be on the underlying physics and computation, highlighting factors affecting image quality, patient safety, and clinical use. [Restriction(s): PHYS*4070. Non-BENG students may take a maximum of 4.00 ENGG credits.][Department(s): Department of Interdisciplinary Engineering]